# Startup tech office space in Cairo

> Startup tech occupiers in Cairo typically cluster in Smart Village / 6th of October, plan ~130 sqft per seat at mid fit-out ($70–105/sqft), and pay around 150 USD/sqft ($14 USD) on Class A.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Preferred submarket: Smart Village / 6th of October.
- Typical fit-out spec: Mid ($70–105/sqft).
- Plan ~130 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
- Class A rent context: 150 USD/sqft ($14 USD).
- Typical lease: 3 years with 4 months rent-free.
- Talent depth in Cairo: 70/100.

## Key facts
- **city**: Cairo
- **industry**: Startup tech
- **naics**: 541511, 541512, 518210
- **preferredSubmarket**: Smart Village / 6th of October
- **preferredFitoutSpec**: Mid
- **fitoutBand**: $70–105/sqft
- **sqftPerSeat**: 130
- **classARentLocal**: 150 USD/sqft/yr
- **classARentUsd**: $14/sqft/yr
- **vacancyPct**: 18.6%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 3
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 4
- **talentIndex**: 70
- **corporateTaxPct**: 22.5%

## FAQ
### Where do startup tech occupiers lease office space in Cairo?
Most cluster in Smart Village / 6th of October. Rent runs ~150 USD/sqft ($14 USD) for trophy and prime stock.

### What fit-out spec do startup tech occupiers run in Cairo?
Typically mid at $70–105/sqft.

### How much office space per seat should a startup tech occupier plan in Cairo?
Plan ~130 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 13,000 sqft.

### What NAICS codes describe the startup tech vertical?
Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 541511, 541512, 518210.

### What is the talent index in Cairo?
70/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/cairo/industries/startup-tech), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.